Nondisp fx of body of scapula, l shldr, 7thD

Nondisplaced fracture of body of scapula, left shoulder, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing

📋Clinical Description

This code signifies a non-displaced break in the main part of the left shoulder blade. It is used when the patient is receiving follow-up care for this fracture and the healing process is progressing as expected without complications.

🎯When to Use

Apply this code for subsequent visits where a patient with a previously diagnosed, non-displaced left scapular body fracture is being monitored for routine healing. This includes appointments for cast changes, physical therapy evaluations, or follow-up imaging showing expected bone consolidation.

💡Coding Tips

Ensure documentation specifies "nondisplaced" and "body of scapula" for laterality and specific bone part.
Confirm the encounter type is "subsequent" and healing is "routine" to justify the 7th character 'D'.
Do not use for initial treatment or if healing is delayed or complicated.

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Code Hierarchy

▲S42.115Nondisplaced fracture of body of scapula, left shoulder

S42.115D(current)

Crosswalks

V54.11ApproxICD-9 V54.11ApproxICD-9

Same Category

S42Fracture of shoulder and upper arm S42.0Fracture of clavicle S42.00Fracture of unspecified part of clavicle S42.001Fracture of unspecified part of right clavicle